Pakistan successfully completes training launch of Shaheen-II ballistic missile

Today's training launch enters as the country's security forces often carry routine test launches of numerous missiles
A screengrab showing the training launch of surface-to-surface Shaheen-II ballistic missile on August 20, 2024. — YouTube/ISPR
A screengrab showing the training launch of surface-to-surface Shaheen-II ballistic missile on August 20, 2024. — YouTube/ISPR

Pakistan has successfully conducted a training launch of a surface-to-surface Shaheen-II ballistic missile. 

According to the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), the training launch was aimed at training troops, validating various technical parameters, and performing evaluation of different sub-systems incorporated for improved accuracy and enhanced survivability.

Moreover, today’s training launch was noticed by senior officers from the Strategic Plans Division, Army Strategic Forces Command, scientists and engineers of strategic organisations.  

While noticing the training launch, the Director General of the Strategic Plans Division appreciated the technical prowess, dedication, and commitment of scientists who contributed towards this landmark achievement.

Additionally, President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Chairman General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, and other Service Chiefs congratulated the scientists and engineers on this success.

Today's training launch enters as the country's security forces often carry routine test launches of numerous missiles in its arsenal.